La Pocha and El Nazi: Leaders for the Northeast Cartel are Arrested 

The Secretariat of National Defense reported the arrest of Gerardo Javier “N,” alias “El Poncho,” and his son, Gerardo “N”—known as “El Nazi”—both alleged members of the Northeast Cartel. 

The capture was the result of military intelligence work and information sharing with the United States government. “El Poncho” is identified as the regional leader (*jefe de plaza*) in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, while his son is identified as the alleged leader of the hit squads for the “Tropas del Infierno” (Troops of Hell).

During the operation, weapons, drugs, and vehicles were seized. Both individuals were transported to Mexico City and placed at the disposal of the Attorney General’s Office. Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch reported that “El Poncho” and his son, “El Nazi”—both alleged members of the Northeast Cartel—were arrested during three simultaneous raids in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas. 

The official noted that “El Poncho” is subject to an arrest warrant for the purpose of extradition to the United States and is under investigation for disappearance, homicide, and kidnapping in connection with his involvement with the “Tropas del Infierno.” His son is identified as the alleged leader of the hit squads for the “Tropas del Infierno.”

Sources: Gio Zamora, Milenio